2016 BMW 5 Series Diesel

  • $57,350 MSRP From
  • 30 mpg AVG, Comb.
  • 5.7 sec. 0-60 MPH
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  • BMW 5 Series Diesel is a five-seat midsize vehicle in the Luxury Sedan category. For the 2016 model year, there are two trim-lines to choose from, both with the same 3.0L Inline-6 Turbo Diesel engine that produces 255 horsepower, which is enough for the 4,085 to 4,255 lbs. sedan to reach 60 mph from zero in just 5.7 seconds. EPA-estimated annual diesel expense is $2,650, which over the course of five years will cost you $2,750 in extra fuel spending. It has a 5-stars overall crash safety rating by NHTSA.

2016 BMW 5 Series Diesel 535d / 535d xDrive

Exterior

2016 BMW 5 Series Diesel Exterior Dimensions

Exterior Dimensions

  • Width: 82.4 in
  • Width W/O Mirrors: 73.2 in
  • Length: 193.4 in
  • Height: 57.6 in
  • Wheelbase: 116.9 in

2016 5 Series Diesel has a relatively long wheelbase ( 116.9 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively heavier, too, with curb weight of 4085 - 4255 lbs.

Interior

2016 5 Series Diesel - First Row

First Row Dimensions

Leg Room: 41.4 inHip Room: -Head Room: 40.5 inShoulder Room: 58.3 in
2016 5 Series Diesel - Second Row

Second Row Dimensions

Leg Room: 35.3 inHip Room: -Head Room: 38.3 inShoulder Room: 56.2 in
2016 5 Series Diesel - Cargo Area

Trunk Volume

14.0 ft3

2016 5 Series Diesel seats five adults. It has class-leading first-row passenger room on only two measurements - shoulders and head. When it comes to second-row passenger room, 5 Series Diesel ia a class-leader on only two measurements - shoulders and head - and has a larger than average room for second-row passengers on legs. Trunk volume is smaller than average with 14.0 cu. ft.

Full Specifications

Trim

2016 5 Series 535d

2016 5 Series 535d xDrive

Starging MSRP$57,350$59,650
Engine3.0L Inline-6 Turbo Diesel3.0L Inline-6 Turbo Diesel
HP255 hp255 hp
DrivetrainRear Wheel DriveAll Wheel Drive
0-60 mph5.8 sec5.7 sec
City26 MPG26 MPG
Highway38 MPG37 MPG
Combined30 MPG30 MPG
Annual Fuel Cost$2,650$2,650

2016 5 Series Sedan Diesel comes in two trim levels, with an average price that is $1,300 less compared to its rivals. With a heavier body, and on average less powerful engine, 5 Series Diesel has a class-leading fuel economy of 30 mpg.

Safety

2016 BMW 5 Series Diesel Front Crash Test
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Front Crash Rating
2016 BMW 5 Series Diesel Side Crash Test
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Side Crash Rating
2016 BMW 5 Series Diesel Side Pole Crash Test
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Side Pole Crash Rating
  • Complaints: 22
  • Recalls: 6

2016 5 Series Sedan Diesel has a 5-star NHTSA overall crash safety rating, which is higher than the average among other competing models. Furthermore, it has higher than average ratings for all three crash tests: Front, Side, and Side Plole. Customers have filed twenty-two complaints, which is less than the average for its rivals. There are also six recalls issued by BMW, which by itself is a relatively low number.

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